bachelor's degree
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He has a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s degree in public affairs reporting from University of Illinois at Springfield.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
An overwhelming majority of members of Congress have a college education, with 96% having at least a Bachelor’s degree, according to the Congressional Research Center.
From Washington Times • May 25, 2022
She's currently getting her Bachelor's degree from the same institution.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2022
Bachelor’s degree holders in nonurban areas have mean earnings of $67,893, which puts their wages at a 46.4% premium compared to high school diploma holders and a 29.6% premium compared to associate degree holders.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2021
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, and practiced as an attorney in Johannesburg for a number of years in partnership with Mr. Oliver Tambo.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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